1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 48 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 1,984 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 918 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | R 360 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1404 mm |