1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-4 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | RX-4 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1810 mm |
