1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 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, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | SP2 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |