1948 Morris Minor vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2430 mm |