1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 24 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1285 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 840 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 |
