1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 21 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 610 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1160 mm |
