1975 Fiat 133 vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox

To start off, 1975 Fiat 133 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 80 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. 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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Fiat 133 1965 Vauxhall Velox
Make Fiat Vauxhall
Model 133 Velox
Year Released 1975 1965
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 843 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 34 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 55 Nm 238 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2740 mm


 

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