1969 Honda S600 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 605 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Honda S600 2009 Toyota Corolla
Make Honda Toyota
Model S600 Corolla
Year Released 1969 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 791 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 70 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 725 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 50 L


 

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