1969 Honda S800 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 29 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 789 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Honda S800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Honda S800.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S800 | Laputa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |