1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Florian is newer by 5 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), 1967 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 170 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, 1967 Isuzu Florian (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Florian | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| 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 | 990 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
