1969 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S600 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
