2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 239 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
