1969 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima 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, 2007 Kia Optima, 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 Kia Optima (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S600 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
