1967 Honda S600 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, 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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S600 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S600 | 11 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |