1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 is newer by 17 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1966 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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 604 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
