1962 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,505 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Vauxhall VX4 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 VX4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | VX4 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1505 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
