1969 Honda S600 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S600 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
