1967 Honda S600 vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 41 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 560 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 2008 Lada Niva 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, 2008 Lada Niva 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S600 | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | S600 | Niva |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |