2007 Renault Clio vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | Velox |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
