2005 Ford Ka vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka, 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, 2005 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ka | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
