1970 Honda S600 vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1980 Renault 18 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Honda S600.
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, 1980 Renault 18, 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, 1980 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S600 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
