1970 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2005 Mazda MPV is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 855 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV, 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, 2005 Mazda MPV (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 2005 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S600 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
