1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
