1979 Toyota Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 153 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corsa | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
