1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta, 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, 1962 Vauxhall Victor (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Beta | Victor |
Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 48 L |