1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1973 Mazda 616 is newer by 11 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 15 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 325 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 616 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
