1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Festiva weights approximately 406 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 1960 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Festiva | R 360 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1770 mm |