1959 Vauxhall Velox vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica.
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. 1977 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1959 Vauxhall Velox has manual transmission. 1959 Vauxhall Velox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Vauxhall Velox | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Velox | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
