1969 Honda S600 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 889 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S600 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
