1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 29 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 880 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.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | SZ | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 89 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
