1967 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 942 kg more than 1967 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S600 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S600 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |
