1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 106 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Sprite | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |