2007 Peugeot 807 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 807 | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 807 | Victor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
