1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1965 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, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1285 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
