1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 610 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fellow | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2512 mm |
