1981 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen SP weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | SP |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
