1965 Ford Cortina vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1965 Ford Cortina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Cortina (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Cortina weights approximately 15 kg more than 1962 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, 1965 Ford Cortina (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Cortina | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Cortina | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |