1969 Honda S600 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1477 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 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Honda | Hummer |
Model | S600 | H3 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |