2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 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 1962 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C4 1962 Vauxhall Victor
Make Citroen Vauxhall
Model C4 Victor
Year Released 2006 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 109 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 48 L