1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 1960 Fiat 1100 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 1960 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 34 L |
