1969 Honda S800 vs. 1994 Mazda 121
To start off, 1994 Mazda 121 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 121 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 121, 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, 1994 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 1994 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S800 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
