1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 25 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 91 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Coupe | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | Coupe | Victor |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |