2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
