1970 Honda S600 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 28 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 625 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, 1998 Opel Meriva, 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S600 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |