1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 12 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) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 187 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Giulia | Velox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
