2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 34 L |
