1974 Chrysler Charger vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Charger is newer by 5 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 605 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, 1974 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Charger | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Charger | S600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |