2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
