1960 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 216 kg more than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Vauxhall Velox is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 1960 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Vauxhall Velox | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Velox | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
