1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is newer by 1 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 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano.
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.
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1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
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 | 560 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |