2005 Toyota Tazz vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 50 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, 2005 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 115 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Tazz, 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, 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tazz | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tazz | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1584 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
