1969 Honda S600 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1095 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 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | S600 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |