2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 565 kg more than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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2009 Subaru Impreza | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Impreza | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |