1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 19 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 546 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 185 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Minica 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 | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R 360 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2060 mm |
