1970 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 748 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S600 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
