1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 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 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (39 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (92 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
