1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1961 Mazda R 360 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,506 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Vauxhall Victor (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Vauxhall Victor (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mazda R 360 | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | R 360 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2500 mm |
