1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1973 Mazda 616 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 317 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 616 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
