1968 Honda S600 vs. 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
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, 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S600 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |