1982 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1982 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | S600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
