1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 36 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 550 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 1996 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Samurai 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 | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | R 360 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2490 mm |
