2001 Honda Fit vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 36 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 606 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Fit | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
