2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 50 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 318 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 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | HR-V | Victor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |