1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1965 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 40 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1500 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
