1957 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Vauxhall Victor 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 1957 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Vauxhall Victor | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Victor | Caddy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1506 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |