1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1969 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1969 Moretti Panoramica is newer by 9 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 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Moretti Panoramica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Moretti Panoramica (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Moretti Panoramica should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Moretti Panoramica weights approximately 400 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, 1969 Moretti Panoramica (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Moretti Panoramica 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 | 1969 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | R 360 | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
