1964 Mini MK I vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1964 Mini MK I is newer by 5 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 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 372 kg more than 1964 Mini MK I. 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, 1964 Mini MK I, 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, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini MK I | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Mini | Vauxhall |
| Model | MK I | Victor |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 618 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
