2001 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 382 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
