1968 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 38 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 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 2547 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 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | S600 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 3272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 195 L |
