1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, both 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 and 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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:

1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model 1900 Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 1955 1955
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1974 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 69 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2430 mm


 

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