1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 798 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2000 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
