1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 40 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 346 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, 2005 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart 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 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Mazda | MCC |
Model | R 360 | Smart |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2370 mm |