1992 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 612 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic, 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, 1992 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
