1978 Toyota Starlet vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1978 Toyota Starlet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Starlet | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Starlet | 411 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |