1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2000 Seat Salsa 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. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-01 | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
