1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 41 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 440 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, 2003 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart 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 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | R 360 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2370 mm |
