1998 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox

To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 33 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, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 122 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.

Because 1965 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 1965 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Focus 1965 Vauxhall Velox
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Focus Velox
Year Released 1998 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 238 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1118 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2740 mm


 

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