1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
