1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 584 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | SP2 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2789 mm |
