1968 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 290 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
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 Seat Ibiza, 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 Seat Ibiza (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | S600 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |