1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda RX-4 | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | RX-4 | Victor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |