1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 52 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 675 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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 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 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | R 360 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
