2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 601 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 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Outlander | Victor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
