1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 40 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 900 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 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia 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 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | R 360 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
