1999 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 1 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
