1967 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 37 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1445 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 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600. 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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. 2004 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S600 | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | S600 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3280 mm |
