1969 Honda S600 vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 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.
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, 1986 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S600 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |