1999 Toyota Vitz vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 240 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (121 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Vitz | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vitz | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
