1969 Honda S600 vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 829 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, 2009 Nissan Altima, 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S600 | Altima |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |