1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 17 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1957 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 1957 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1957 Vauxhall Victor (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Innocenti Mini | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Innocenti | Vauxhall |
Model | Mini | Victor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2500 mm |