1967 Ford 17 vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 17 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
