1975 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-3 | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-3 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
