2000 Honda Prelude vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2000 Honda Prelude is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Prelude weights approximately 860 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 1963 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 1963 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude, 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 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Prelude | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
