1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 1967 Honda S600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 727 kg more than 1967 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1967 Honda S600 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | Sports Convertible | S600 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |