1967 Honda S800 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 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 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S800 | 6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |