1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 668 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Cuneo | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1770 mm |
