1970 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 SX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S600 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
