2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 45 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 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1962 Vauxhall Victor (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Spark | Victor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 795 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |
