1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 628 kg more than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | Town & Country | Velox |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
