1967 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Vauxhall Victor | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Victor | Polo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |