2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 221 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 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 1962 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon, 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Neon 1962 Vauxhall Victor
Make Dodge Vauxhall
Model Neon Victor
Year Released 2000 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 109 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1161 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 48 L