1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 10 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm). This means 1960 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | 1750 | Velox |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |