2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.

Because 1961 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 1961 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1961 Vauxhall Victor (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 1961 Vauxhall Victor
Make Fiat Vauxhall
Model Seicento Victor
Year Released 2005 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 109 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 45 L