1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 70 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
