1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 1962 Renault Caravelle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Renault Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Renault Caravelle (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Renault Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Renault Caravelle weights approximately 382 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, 1962 Renault Caravelle (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Renault Caravelle 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 | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | R 360 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
