2005 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
