1999 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2010 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Lupo | Strada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2718 mm |
