1969 Honda S600 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1969 Honda S600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Vixen weights approximately 139 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | S600 | Vixen |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |