2003 Toyota Ipsum vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2003 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 900 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Ipsum | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ipsum | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
