2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 40 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 2,972 cc, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 780 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1285 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
