1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 86 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Because 1962 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 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, 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, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |