1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1960 Mazda R 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1960 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 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 35 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |
