1969 Honda S600 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 29 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 733 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S600 | Magna |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |