1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1973 Rover P5B

To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 480 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Mazda RX-01 1973 Rover P5B
Make Mazda Rover
Model RX-01 P5B
Year Released 1995 1973
Engine Size 2614 cc 3528 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2820 mm


 

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