1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 2 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 8 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Velox |
Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |