1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 1998 Proton Persona
To start off, 1998 Proton Persona is newer by 38 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton Persona weights approximately 580 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, 1998 Proton Persona, 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, 1998 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Proton Persona 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 | 1998 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | R 360 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1297 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 | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2510 mm |
