1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-01 | Record |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
