1969 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 35 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 830 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, 2004 Honda Element, 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S600 | Element |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
