1991 Audi S2 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1976 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S2 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
