its similar but better spec'd, the Type RA has the windy windows and no electrics etc
The Type R has full electrics, DCCD, IC spray, no ABS, beefed up transmission and suspension and a really close ratio box but also a longer 5th gear for motorway(well the version 6 did anyway)...they are jap import only so all need to be de-limited when they come here, will rev to 8500 rpm too lol