1969 Honda S600 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 30 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 545 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | S600 | 156 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |