1990 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1990 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Corsa | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
