1996 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi FTO
To start off, both 1996 Mazda RX-01 and 1996 Mitsubishi FTO were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi FTO. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi FTO.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi FTO. (202 Nm). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi FTO. 1996 Mitsubishi FTO has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi FTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-01 | 1996 Mitsubishi FTO | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-01 | FTO |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
