1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 33 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 720 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | R 360 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
