1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1980 Avanti Avanti is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1963 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Avanti Avanti | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1770 mm |
