1970 Honda S600 vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 475 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | S600 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |