1970 Honda S800 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S800 | 6 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |