2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia

To start off, 2001 Nissan Pickup is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 605 kg more than 1965 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, 2001 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Nissan Pickup 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Pickup Karmann-Ghia
Year Released 2001 1965
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2494 cc 1285 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 82 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 86 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2430 mm


 

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