1999 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Civic (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | SP |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
