1970 Honda S600 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 35 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | S600 | Niva |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |