1970 Honda S600 vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 31 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Kia Visto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Visto weights approximately 75 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, 2001 Kia Visto, 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, 2001 Kia Visto (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S600 | Visto |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |