1962 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 335 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva, 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, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Vauxhall Victor | 2004 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Victor | Meriva |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |