1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (30 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mitsubishi Minica | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |