2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 27 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 440 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-MX | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
