1952 Vauxhall Wyvern vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Wyvern | VX220 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |