1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 336 kg more than 1976 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, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 846 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 |