2005 Morgan 44 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 44 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan 44 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Morgan | Vauxhall |
Model | 44 | Velox |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1790 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |