1999 Ford 021 C vs. 1966 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. Both 1999 Ford 021 C and 1966 Vauxhall Victor are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 358 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 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 1966 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C, 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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 1999 Ford 021 C has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford 021 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ford 021 C 1966 Vauxhall Victor
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model 021 C Victor
Year Released 1999 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 115 Nm
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.3 mm 76.2 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 48 L


 

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