1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1972 Ford Fairlane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 215 kg more than 1962 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Fairlane | Velox |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |