1964 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Vauxhall Victor 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 1964 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6, 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Vauxhall Victor | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mazda |
| Model | Victor | 6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
