1969 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 675 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 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S600 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
