1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 22 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Because 1966 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 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, 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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (89 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Festiva | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |