1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1967 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 7 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 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 502 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, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph Vitesse 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 | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | R 360 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
