1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1961 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 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1770 mm |
