1966 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 4 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 135 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, 1966 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volkswagen 1600 | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1600 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
