1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1961 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1600 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
