1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1975 Mazda 1000 is newer by 15 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 330 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, 1975 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 1000 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1770 mm |
