2005 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vectra | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
