1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 46 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 756 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima 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 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | R 360 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
