1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1969 Seat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 124 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda R 360 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | R 360 | 124 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2430 mm |