1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | RZ | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
