2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spark | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
