1967 Honda S600 vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Leone weights approximately 255 kg more than 1967 Honda S600.
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, 1989 Subaru Leone, 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, 1989 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S600 | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S600 | Leone |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |