2003 Mini One vs. 1967 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mini One weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mini One, 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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 1967 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Mini | Vauxhall |
| Model | One | Victor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
