2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 546 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C5 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
