1999 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Lupo | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
