1954 Abarth Renault vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1959 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Abarth Renault.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Abarth Renault | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | Renault | Victor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
