1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Smart ForTwo (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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, 2012 Smart ForTwo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2012 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Smart |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |