2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
