2004 Honda Logo vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2004 Honda Logo is newer by 43 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Logo weights approximately 560 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, 2004 Honda Logo, 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, 2004 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Logo | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Logo | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1770 mm |
