1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 510 kg more than 1960 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, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Cabriolet | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
