1976 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | SP2 | Life |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| 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 | 121 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
