2002 MG TF vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2002 MG TF 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, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 MG TF.
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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | TF | Velox |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
