1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 28 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 174 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
Model | A 610 | Velox |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |