1968 Honda S600 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 44 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 215 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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | S600 | Croma |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |