1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 172 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. 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, 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 126 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
