1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 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.
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1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |