1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 740 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, 1958 Peugeot 203 (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Peugeot 203 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 | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | R 360 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
