1965 Riley Kestrel 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 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1965 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Riley Kestrel | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kestrel | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
