1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
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 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 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 | 680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
