1970 Triumph 1500 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 1500 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 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, 1970 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph 1500 | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
