1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | SP2 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
