2005 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1960 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 1960 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Velox |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |