1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm). This means 1960 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | 2600 | Velox |
Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |