1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen SP weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Opti | SP |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
