1966 Vauxhall Victor vs. 1976 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Victor (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 184 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. 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 Vauxhall Victor (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Vauxhall Victor | 1976 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Victor | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
