1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 50 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 963 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, 2011 Kia Venga, 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, 2011 Kia Venga (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga 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 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | R 360 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
