1962 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 64 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1962 Triumph Vitesse 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 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Triumph Vitesse | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vitesse | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 34 L |
