1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 865 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.
Because 1961 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper 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 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | R 360 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |