1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 820 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 63 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1770 mm |
