1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 630 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | R 360 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2470 mm |
