1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 34 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 25 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 25 weights approximately 746 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25, 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, 1999 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 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 | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | R 360 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
