1969 Honda S600 vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, 1984 Renault 4 is newer by 15 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Honda S600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 4, 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, 1969 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1984 Renault 4 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S600 | 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |