1972 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1972 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Spitfire (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Spitfire | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
