2005 Kia Rio vs. 1965 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 1965 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 1965 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, 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 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 1965 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Rio | Victor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |