1968 Vauxhall Viva vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Vauxhall Viva | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Viva | Carlton |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |