1958 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (83 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Vauxhall Victor | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Victor | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
