1970 Honda S600 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 723 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, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S600 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| 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 | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
