1959 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2002 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Liana is newer by 43 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, 2002 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2002 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2002 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 2002 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 1959 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1959 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Vauxhall Victor | 2002 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Suzuki |
| Model | Victor | Liana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
