1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1979 Dodge Omni is newer by 11 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Omni weights approximately 275 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, 1979 Dodge Omni, 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, 1979 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Omni | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | S600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
