2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 49 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1169 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 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
