1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cortina | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
