1962 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 50 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, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 3 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Forte, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall Velox | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Kia |
| Model | Velox | Forte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2651 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 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 | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
