2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1972 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 1972 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accent | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
