1973 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | SP2 | Today |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
