1969 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 600 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 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, 2004 Opel Astra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S600 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| 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 | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 198 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 | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
