1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 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 23 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 600 | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |