1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 19 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cinquecento | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
