1967 Ford Anglia vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1967 Ford Anglia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (39 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 83 kg more than 1967 Ford Anglia. 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, 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Anglia | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |