1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 8 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Corvette | Velox |
Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |