1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 1980 Renault 14 is newer by 20 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 14 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 14 weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1960 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Renault 14 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 14 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 | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | R 360 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
