1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 20 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Punto | Victor |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |