1969 Honda S600 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster 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 Hyundai i20, 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 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S600 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2525 mm |
