1968 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 631 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus, 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 2005 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | S600 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
