1970 Honda S600 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 38 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 607 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, 2008 Mazda 5, 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S600 | 5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |