1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1045 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | R 360 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 89 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
