1961 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 495 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Vauxhall Victor | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
Model | Victor | Bravo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |