1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
