1965 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Vauxhall Velox | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Venturi |
| Model | Velox | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
