1969 Honda S600 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 39 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 347 kg more 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, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S600 | Polo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3900 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 |