1960 Austin 7 vs. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1960 Austin 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 212 kg more than 1960 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (77 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
