1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 522 kg more than 1962 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omega | Velox |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
