2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 877 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 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 89 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
