1961 Vauxhall Velox vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 26 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 23 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (201 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Vauxhall Velox | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Pontiac |
| Model | Velox | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2651 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
