1966 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 41 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 502 kg more than 1966 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Honda S600 | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S600 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |