1969 Honda S600 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S600 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |