1970 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 641 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | S600 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
