1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1967 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Chrysler Centura 1967 Vauxhall Victor
Make Chrysler Vauxhall
Model Centura Victor
Year Released 1976 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1981 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2550 mm


 

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