1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye weights approximately 16 kg more than 1972 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | 037 Rallye | Victor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
