1968 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 888 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 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
