1969 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 959 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S600 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
