1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 915 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, 1994 Peugeot 605, 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 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 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | R 360 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2810 mm |
