1957 Talbot Sport vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Sport (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot Sport weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Sport | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sport | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
