1972 Ford Torino vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 631 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Torino | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
