1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Beetle 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 174 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1979 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-01 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
