1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 14 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 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1285 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
