1966 Maserati Mistral vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1966 Maserati Mistral 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 275 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Maserati Mistral | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mistral | Victor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
