1968 Honda S600 vs. 1997 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 29 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Coupe (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 490 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, 1997 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1997 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 1997 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S600 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |