2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Lotus | Vauxhall |
Model | Exige | Velox |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |