1978 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,290 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Because 1978 Mazda RX-2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda RX-2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-2 | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-2 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
