1976 Lada 1200 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lada 1200 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 22 kg more than 1976 Lada 1200.
Because 1976 Lada 1200 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 1976 Lada 1200. 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, 1976 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 34 L |
