Outdated vehicle?

Though there are some difference on engine mounting position and drive system, the fundamental axle construction had been established in 1970s already, so I feel when I deeply inspect VW 1302 Super Beetle produced 40 years ago.

Of course a tremendous improvement in fuel supply control by computer system replaced from mechanical carburetor system contributing to perfect emission control for anti-pollution.

Consequently I do not regard my 40 years Beetle as an old -fashioned and some embarrassing vehicle at all. As the adequate maintenance could continue an automobile produced 40 years ago like this without lagging behind.

As a conclusion, an expensive shopping, a vehicle should not be replaced, if a part or parts might cause some inconvenience in the function, because adequate repairing and periodical replacement of some parts would revive and continue it. Once or twice at the most is enough for a man all through his life?