2009 Honda Insight vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 47 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 41 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Because 1962 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 1962 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight, 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Insight | Velox |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |