1968 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 43 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 365 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | S600 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |