1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 1164 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1960 Mazda R 360 has manual transmission. 1960 Mazda R 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mazda R 360 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | R 360 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
