1969 Honda S600 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 33 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 745 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | S600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
