1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTA | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
