2002 Vauxhall Meriva vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. 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 Vauxhall Meriva (153 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Meriva | SP |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
