1956 Moretti 1200 vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, both 1956 Moretti 1200 and 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Moretti 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1956 Moretti 1200.

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:

1956 Moretti 1200 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Moretti Volkswagen
Model 1200 Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 1956 1956
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1204 cc 1192 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 68 HP 39 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 575 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2410 mm


 

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