1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1970 Honda 1300 is newer by 10 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 515 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, 1970 Honda 1300, 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
