2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 78 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accent | Victor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
