2003 Honda Insight vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 42 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Insight weights approximately 460 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 1961 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 1961 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight, 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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Insight | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Insight | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1770 mm |
