2008 Ford Ka vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 49 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 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 103 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
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, 2008 Ford Ka, 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, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ka | Victor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 48 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
