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Juha Kivekas
and Patrick Michl
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Michael
J. Fuller
The
front pull-rod suspension. |
The
WR's ability to bring in an ample amount of cooling air for the rotary
Mazda was probably the number one factor in Autoexe's decision to use the
chassis. Noted by the very large coolers, the Mazda rotary engine
requires a higher amount of cooling surface area because the oil is used
to a much higher percentage to cool the engine than on a comparable power
level piston engine. |
The
Peugeot engined WR and Mazda engined car are very similar. But the
primary reason for the 148 kilo weight difference comes down to a heavier
engine, larger radiators and oil coolers, heavier bodywork and exhaust
as well as a longer wheelbase for the Mazda car. |
The
Peugeot powerplant. |
