2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | H1 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2430 mm |
