1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 17 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | V6 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
