1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 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 44 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 68 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 55 | Velox |
Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |