1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 479 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sprinter | Velox |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2651 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
