1970 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Century 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 1970 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Toyota Century (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Century | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Century | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2330 mm |
