1970 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 280 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 Tata Indica, 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 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | S600 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
