1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 90 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 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 90 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
