1969 Honda S600 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 640 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S600 | A |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 196 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 Weight | 725 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
