1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 42 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 410 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart 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 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | R 360 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 67 mm |
| Top Speed | 89 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
