1973 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 5 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca M530 | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | M530 | Viva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
