1979 Austin Marina vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Marina weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 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, 1979 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (78 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Marina | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |