1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1973 Mazda 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 192 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 1000 | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Mazda | Triumph |
Model | 1000 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |