2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 39 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 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Because 1962 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 1962 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Stilo | Velox |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
