1968 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S600 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
