1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 440 kg more than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
