2001 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 371 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, 2001 Honda Accord, 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1959 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1959 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Victor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 116 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |