1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 610 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, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | R 360 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
