1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berline | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
