1968 Honda S600 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 28 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 625 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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1996 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S600 | Megane |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |