1992 Toyota Paseo vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 31 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 296 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Paseo | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Paseo | Velox |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
