2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1973 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B2300 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1679 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
