1962 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 61 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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Vauxhall Velox | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Velox | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2651 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
