1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 1977 Avanti Avanti 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. 1977 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Mazda | Avanti |
Model | RX-01 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |