1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 Hyundai Pony is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Pony | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |