1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 35 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 720 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | R 360 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
