1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Festiva (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Because 1973 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 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Festiva | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 870 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 |