1968 Honda S600 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 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 1,042 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Honda S600 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S600 | Polo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 39 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 59 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |