1969 Honda S600 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 915 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S600 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
