1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 5 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 797 cc, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 410 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, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Compagno | R 360 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1770 mm |