1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 460 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 Fiat Ritmo (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ritmo | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1770 mm |
