1961 Vauxhall Velox vs. 1964 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1964 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 295 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Vauxhall Velox | 1964 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Velox | Victor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2651 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
