1977 Mazda Chante vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chante | Velox |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3299 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
