1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 218 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Because 1971 Ford GT 70 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 1971 Ford GT 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 70 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2330 mm |
