1980 Audi Sport vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 20 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 620 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.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Sport | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
