1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 127 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 1971 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 127 | 1968 Honda S600 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 127 | S600 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |