1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 254 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Impreza | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
