2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 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 117 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Beaulieu | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
