1969 Honda S600 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 809 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S600 | Passat |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |