1982 Toyota Starlet vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Starlet (55 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Starlet | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Starlet | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
