1978 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 18 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Lupo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |