1969 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 42 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 682 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 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S600 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
