2001 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 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 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
