1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1967 Fiat 2300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1960 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, 1967 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 2300 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 2300 | R 360 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |