1969 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1285 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, 2007 Honda Pilot, 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2007 Honda Pilot 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. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S600 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 77 L |
