1970 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, both 1970 Audi 100 and 1970 Honda S600 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100, 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, 1970 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 1970 Honda S600 | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 100 | S600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |