1982 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1982 Audi 100 is newer by 8 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 100 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | SP |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
