1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 103 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 35 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 40 L |
