2002 Citroen C2 vs. 1963 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C2 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C2, 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, 2002 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 1963 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C2 | Victor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 48 L |
