1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1302
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 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1302 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 183 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1302.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1971 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-01 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
