1963 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 512 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Vauxhall VX4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | VX4 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
