1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2350 mm |
