1996 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 210 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 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
