1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 51 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 872 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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight 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 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | R 360 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
