2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Grande Punto | Velox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
