1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mazda R 360 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | R 360 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2830 mm |
