1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Vauxhall Velox is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1800 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
