1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 17 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 884 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 276 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zenvo |
| Model | RX-01 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3055 mm |
