1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 44 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour 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 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | R 360 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |
