1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, 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 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | Insight |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |