1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Taunus (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Because 1963 Ford Taunus 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 1963 Ford Taunus. 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, 1963 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Taunus | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taunus | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 34 L |
