1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 851 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper 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 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | R 360 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
