1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 720 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
