1968 Honda S600 vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 17 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 165 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
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, 1985 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S600 | Pony |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
