1999 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2002 Mazda Spiano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S2000 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S2000 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 1999 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1999 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
