1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1960 Mazda R 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P4 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 1000 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Mazda R 360 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | R 360 | P4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |