1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-01 | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
