2007 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 31 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 350 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
