1996 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 24 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 240 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
