1968 Honda S600 vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 34 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 825 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 2002 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | S600 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |