1967 Honda S600 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 255 kg more than 1967 Honda S600.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S600 | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S600 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
