1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | RX-01 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
