2006 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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 1,802 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Because 1960 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 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
