1969 Honda S600 vs. 1992 Lada Samara
To start off, 1992 Lada Samara is newer by 23 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Samara weights approximately 195 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, 1992 Lada Samara, 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, 1992 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1992 Lada Samara | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | S600 | Samara |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |