1966 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 405 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Vauxhall Victor 2013 Subaru Impreza
Make Vauxhall Subaru
Model Victor Impreza
Year Released 1966 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Single Speed
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1988 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2645 mm


 

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