1969 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 655 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion, 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2005 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S600 | Dion |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
