1968 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 39 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), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 339 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, 2007 Kia Rio, 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, 2007 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S600 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
