2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2007 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia has manual transmission. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Smart ForTwo | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForTwo | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 40 L |
