1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,191 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 389 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fellow | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
