1969 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 785 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, 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 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S600 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
