1969 Honda S600 vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 32 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 645 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander 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, 2001 Mahindra Commander 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, 2001 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | S600 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
