1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 21 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 947 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.
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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 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 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | R 360 | 505 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2680 mm |