1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 622 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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 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 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | R 360 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2320 mm |
