1945 Fiat 500 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 305 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Fiat 500 | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
