1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 390 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | Cooper |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |