1969 Honda S600 vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1989 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Corsa weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
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, 1989 Opel Corsa, 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, 1989 Opel Corsa (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S600 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |