1975 Morris Marina vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1975 Morris Marina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 116 kg more than 1967 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, 1975 Morris Marina (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marina | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
