1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 1000 weights approximately 300 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
