1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | R 360 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2710 mm |
