1970 Simca 1301 vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1301 | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1301 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
