1970 Honda S600 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 34 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 825 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, 2004 Opel Zafira, 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S600 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |