2000 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 40 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 1095 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4, 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, 2000 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
