1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1975 Fiat 127 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Vauxhall Victor (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 127, 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, 1958 Vauxhall Victor (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 127 | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 127 | Victor |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |