1969 Honda S600 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 800 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 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S600 | Passat |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |