1969 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 345 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 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S600 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |