1972 Fiat 850 vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1972 Fiat 850 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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, 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (78 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 850 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |