1975 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1981 Zastava 102 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Zastava 102. 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 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | SP2 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |
