1968 Honda S600 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | S600 | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |