1990 Rover Metro vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
Because 1962 Vauxhall Velox is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | Metro | Velox |
Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |