1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 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 149 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-01 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
