1999 Honda Insight vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight.
Because 1955 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 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight, 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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |