1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1096 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 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | R 360 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
