1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Vauxhall Victor (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 212 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1958 Vauxhall Victor (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Fiesta | Victor |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |