1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 4 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Because 1964 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 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Festiva | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 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 |