1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1969 Fiat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 124 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 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, 1969 Fiat 124 (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (78 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 124 | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |