1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 890 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Berline | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
