2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 405 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Premacy | Victor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |