1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1961 Abarth Monomille is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth Monomille (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
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, 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monomille | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
