1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 11 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 120 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.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | RX-01 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
