2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 700 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 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, 2009 Fiat Strada, 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, 2009 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
