2006 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | 1972 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scorpio | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
