2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 710 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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avensis | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
