1969 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 36 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 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 805 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S600 | K2700 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2665 cc |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |