1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1965 Fiat 2300 is newer by 4 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, 1965 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 2300 | Velox |
Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |