2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 825 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Ford Ikon (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ikon | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
