1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 15 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | Alfetta | Velox |
Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |