1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 52 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-01 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
