2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda.

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, 2008 Fiat Panda, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Panda 1962 Vauxhall Victor
Make Fiat Vauxhall
Model Panda Victor
Year Released 2008 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 109 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 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 860 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 48 L


 

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