1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 510 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |