1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1959 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1975 Ford Fairlane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 1959 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fairlane | Velox |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
