1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Karmann-Ghia | 120 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |