1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1978 Fiat 133 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. 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, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 133 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
