1962 Ford Popular vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1962 Ford Popular. 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.
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1962 Ford Popular | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Popular | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |