1997 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusca | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
