1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 25 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 165 kg more than 1961 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | Mondial | Velox |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 48 L |