1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 222 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zodiac | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
