1953 Ford Popular vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (39 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. 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, 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Popular | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |