1969 Honda S600 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 44 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 512 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S600 | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |
