1962 Vauxhall Velox vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1976 Volvo 66 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox 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 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall Velox | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Velox | 66 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2651 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
