1966 Honda S600 vs. 2003 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2003 Mazda Spiano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Honda S600 would be higher. At 658 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Spiano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Spiano weights approximately 75 kg more than 1966 Honda S600.
Because 1966 Honda S600 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 1966 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Spiano, 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, 2003 Mazda Spiano (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Spiano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Honda S600 | 2003 Mazda Spiano | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S600 | Spiano |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |