1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 17 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100.
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, 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1100 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 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 | 805 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |