1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 168 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-01 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |