2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz 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 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 148 kg more than 1972 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 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
