1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 436 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1770 mm |
