1969 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2004 Renault Twingo 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Twingo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
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 Renault Twingo, 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 Renault Twingo (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S600 | Twingo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |