1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 7 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 33 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | Giulia | Victor |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |