1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1963 Abarth 1600 is newer by 2 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 491 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
Model | 1600 | Velox |
Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2720 mm |