1974 Ford Capri vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 13 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Capri | Velox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
