1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 14 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1300 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | Diplomat | R 360 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1770 mm |