2002 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 134 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (153 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Victor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |