2000 Acura Integra vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 46 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 835 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 1954 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, 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, 2000 Acura Integra (177 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
