2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 45 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1621 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Five Hundred | Velox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
