1969 AMC AMX vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 302 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | AMX | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
