1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 448 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Urraco | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
