1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 310 is newer by 10 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, 1971 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 310 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 825 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
