1986 Toyota Celica vs. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Celica | 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |