2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1967 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 345 kg more than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1967 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1967 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Sportage 1967 Vauxhall Victor
Make Kia Vauxhall
Model Sportage Victor
Year Released 2009 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 139 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 48 L


 

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