1970 Honda S600 vs. 1996 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 1996 Innocenti Mille is newer by 26 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Innocenti Mille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 135 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, 1996 Innocenti Mille, 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, 1996 Innocenti Mille (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Innocenti Mille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 1996 Innocenti Mille | |
Make | Honda | Innocenti |
Model | S600 | Mille |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |