2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 425 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
