1969 Honda S600 vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 685 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, 2003 Opel Astra, 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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2003 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S600 | Astra |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 217 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 | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |