1970 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 37 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 490 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, 2007 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2007 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S600 | Liana |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |