1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 31 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 1056 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.
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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
