1985 Bitter SC vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox

To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 20 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, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Bitter SC 1965 Vauxhall Velox
Make Bitter Vauxhall
Model SC Velox
Year Released 1985 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2968 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 238 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2740 mm


 

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