2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 660 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 440 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | U4 B | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1770 mm |
