1996 Honda Today vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Today | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
