1963 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1963 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 750 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
