1969 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 575 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 SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S600 | SX4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |