1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,278 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano weights approximately 323 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (191 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Caimano | S600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
