1960 Subaru K 111 vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, both 1960 Subaru K 111 and 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia were released in the same year (1960). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (30 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Subaru K 111. (16 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1960 Subaru K 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 435 kg more than 1960 Subaru K 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Subaru K 111 | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | K 111 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2430 mm |
