2000 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 28 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 610 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, 2000 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
