1968 Honda S600 vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Honda S600 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Honda | Innocenti |
Model | S600 | Mini |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2150 mm |