1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 31 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 194 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Tempra | Victor |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |