1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Safari |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
