1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Festiva (57 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva.
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, 1990 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Festiva | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Festiva | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2330 mm |
