1996 Honda Today vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Today | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
