2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 41 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 31 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Velox |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
