2008 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | SP |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
