1955 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 426 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Morris | Vauxhall |
Model | Minor | Velox |
Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 48 L |