1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | RX-7 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
