1967 Honda S600 vs. 2003 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 36 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 395 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, 2003 Honda HR-V, 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, 2003 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S600 | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S600 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |
