1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,506 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (115 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | Spider | Victor |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |