1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 15 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 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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1974 Innocenti Mini | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | Mini | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2430 mm |