1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 1963 Mazda R 360 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra T107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Tatra T107 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Tatra T107 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra T107 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1963 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1948 Tatra T107 (118 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm). This means 1948 Tatra T107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mazda R 360 | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
Make | Mazda | Tatra |
Model | R 360 | T107 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 118 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2710 mm |