1969 Honda S600 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 301 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, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
