1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1957 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1960 Abarth 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Vauxhall Velox (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1957 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 850 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
