1967 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 39 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 350 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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S600 | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S600 | Forenza |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |