1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (103 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |