2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 292 kg more than 1972 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 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Ibiza | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
