1963 Moretti 1100 vs. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1963 Moretti 1100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Moretti 1100 (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Moretti 1100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 22 kg more than 1963 Moretti 1100.
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, 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Moretti 1100 | 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2430 mm |
