1982 Audi 80 vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1967 Honda S600.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, 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, 1982 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1967 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | S600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
