1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, both 1975 Austin 1800 and 1975 Volkswagen SP2 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin 1800 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 1800 | SP2 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |