1973 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 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 1973 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Vauxhall Victor 2010 Hyundai Getz
Make Vauxhall Hyundai
Model Victor Getz
Year Released 1973 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3294 cc 1341 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 83.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1151 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2460 mm


 

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