1969 Honda S600 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 41 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 1050 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 2010 Audi A5 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. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | S600 | A5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |