1970 Honda S600 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 43 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 965 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600. 2013 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | S600 | TL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
