1970 Honda S600 vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1986 Lancia Prisma is newer by 16 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 225 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, 1986 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1986 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 1986 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | S600 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |