2005 Holden Zafira vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira is newer by 30 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Zafira weights approximately 570 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, 2005 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Zafira | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zafira | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
