1977 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 15 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 780 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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
