1969 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1687 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 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S600 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 95 L |