1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
