1972 Fiat 125 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 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 70 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 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 125 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
