1996 Renault Clio vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1996 Renault Clio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Clio (250 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 830 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Clio | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
