2000 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,191 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Lupo | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 854 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
