1972 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 382 kg more than 1975 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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
