1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 29 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1959 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Alfasud | Victor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
