1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 1050 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | R 360 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 80 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2620 mm |
