1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Fusca 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 | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
