1967 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 40 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 585 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S600 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S600 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |