1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 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 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
