1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 31 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Caterham Super 7 weights approximately 130 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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Super 7 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
