1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
