1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-01 | P5B |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
