2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | B2500 | Victor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2500 mm |