1986 Audi 200 vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1986 Audi 200 is newer by 24 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), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 1100 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 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 | 1480 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
