2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 794 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 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 |
