1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 14 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. Both 1960 Mazda R 360 and 1974 Suzuki Fronte are equipped with a 355 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Suzuki Fronte (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Suzuki Fronte (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Suzuki Fronte 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 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | R 360 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
