1995 Fiat Punto vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1995 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Because 1961 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 1961 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1961 Vauxhall Victor (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Punto | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Punto | Victor |
Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |