1967 Innocenti J4 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1967 Innocenti J4 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti J4, 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, 1967 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti J4 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | J4 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
