2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seicento | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
