1969 Honda S600 vs. 1993 Nissan Primera

To start off, 1993 Nissan Primera is newer by 24 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Primera weights approximately 350 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, 1993 Nissan Primera, 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, 1993 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Honda S600 1993 Nissan Primera
Make Honda Nissan
Model S600 Primera
Year Released 1969 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 791 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 725 kg 1075 kg


 

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