1959 Vauxhall Victor vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 49 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Vauxhall Victor | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Victor | SP2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |