1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 48 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 1,327 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 595 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 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 | 2008 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | R 360 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 89 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
