1969 Honda S600 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Matiz 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 794 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 50 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, 2010 Chevrolet Matiz, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Matiz (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2010 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S600 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
