1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 5 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 806 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Centura | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1770 mm |
