1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-4 | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-4 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1770 mm |
