1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 2 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (92 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTA | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |