1961 Vauxhall Velox vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 37 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, 1998 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
Because 1961 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 1961 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser, 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Vauxhall Velox | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Velox | Laser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2651 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
