2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 165 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 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
