1966 Vauxhall Victor vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Vauxhall Victor | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Victor | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
