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The Mazda RX-7 FB, produced from 1978 to 1985, is the first generation of Mazda's iconic rotary-powered sports car. It features a lightweight, rear-wheel-drive design and is powered by Mazda's 1.1L or 1.3L rotary engine, known as the 12A and later the 13B. These engines deliver smooth, high-revving performance, with power outputs ranging from 100 to 135 hp, depending on the model and market.
The FB's styling includes a sleek wedge-shaped body, pop-up headlights, and a driver-focused cockpit. Its lightweight construction and near-perfect weight distribution make it agile and responsive on the road, earning it a reputation as a pure driver's car. The RX-7 FB is celebrated for introducing the rotary engine to a broader audience and laying the foundation for Mazda's rotary legacy.
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| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 ("Palmer") | AustinBradshaw41 | Race | 195 | 1 Eagle Racing Slick | 205/50/15 | -1.63s |
| 1982 | mundoracer | Race | 240 | 40 R7 | 245/40/15 / 275/35/15 | +0.91s |
| 1983 | Grit Racing | Heavy | 115 | 100 R888R | 275/40/17 | +5.13s |
| 1982 (w/RE71R) | Omron Hassan | Race | — | 200 Potenza RE-71RS | — | +6.6s |
| 1980 (GrandpaG/Race) | Grandpa Goes Racing | Race | 115 | 40 R7 | — | +10.29s |
| 1985 | Chris Huyler | Medium | 115 | 300 S-Drive | 205/50/15 | +12.68s |
| 1982 | Kevin Oelschlager | Race | 165 | — | 205/60/13 | — |
| 1982 | TraqmateShare | Race | — | — | — | — |
| 1982 | Grandpa Goes Racing | Race | — | 200 Potenza RE-71RS | — | — |
| 1983 (SCCA Spec) | Just Another Car Show | Race | 115 | 40 SM7 | 205/50/13 | — |