1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 1960 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1961 Mazda R 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 746 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 ZAZ Jalta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 ZAZ Jalta (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 ZAZ Jalta should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 ZAZ Jalta weights approximately 220 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, 1960 ZAZ Jalta (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 ZAZ Jalta 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 | 1960 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Mazda | ZAZ |
| Model | R 360 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
