2005 Honda FR-V vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 86 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V, 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | FR-V | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
