1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 73 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300.
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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | 1300 | Lupo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 968 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |