1970 Honda S600 vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 690 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, 2002 Opel Astra, 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, 2002 Opel Astra (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S600 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
