1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.

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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Abarth 1300 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Abarth Volkswagen
Model 1300 Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 1968 1963
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 1280 cc 1192 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 73 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 64 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 7.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 670 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 40 L


 

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