2001 Honda Fit vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fit | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
