1965 Vauxhall Victor vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1965 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 1965 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1965 Vauxhall Victor (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Vauxhall Victor | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Victor | Astra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 88 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
