1969 Honda S600 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 477 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 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1798 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 | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| 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 | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
