1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 24 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 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (50 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205.
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, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Peugeot 205 | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
Model | 205 | Victor |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |