1967 Honda S600 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 27 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 562 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, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1967 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1967 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S600 | 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | S600 | Beretta |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |