1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1963 Rover P5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 1340 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 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 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | R 360 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
