1999 Fiat Brava vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 38 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 12 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava. 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, 1999 Fiat Brava, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Brava | Velox |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
