1967 Honda S600 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 565 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, 1998 Opel Astra, 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, 1998 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S600 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S600 | Astra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 44 L |