1970 Honda Z vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, both 1970 Honda Z and 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda Z | 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Z | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |