1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (92 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1944 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |