1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 750 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750.
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, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
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 | 585 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |