2006 Opel Signum vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 590 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 Opel Signum (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Signum | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
