1967 Honda S600 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 33 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 345 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, 2000 Saturn SC, 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, 2000 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S600 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | S600 | SC |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
