1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo 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 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Smart ForTwo (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360.
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, 2012 Smart ForTwo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | R 360 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
