1976 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Smart |
| Model | SP2 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1867 mm |
