1963 Mazda R 360 vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 46 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 1963 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo 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 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | R 360 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2642 mm |