1968 Honda S600 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Y10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Y10 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. 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, 1985 Lancia Y10, 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 Lancia Y10 (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | S600 | Y10 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1049 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |