1959 Vauxhall Victor vs. 1992 Vauxhall Nova

To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 33 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 199 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Nova.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Vauxhall Victor 1992 Vauxhall Nova
Make Vauxhall Vauxhall
Model Victor Nova
Year Released 1959 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1508 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 939 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2350 mm


 

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