1969 Honda S600 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 44 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), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 575 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, 2013 Mazda 3, 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S600 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| 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 | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
