1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Appia (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
