1971 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
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, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Firenza | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
