1962 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 48 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1962 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 1962 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall Velox | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Hyundai |
| Model | Velox | Accent |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2651 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |
