1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consorte | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
