1974 Opel Ascona vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 Opel Ascona 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 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Ascona weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Opel Ascona (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Opel Ascona | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascona | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |