1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 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.
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1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |