1973 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 39 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 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 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | SP2 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2525 mm |
