1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1985 Austin Maestro is newer by 16 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Maestro weights approximately 193 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
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, 1985 Austin Maestro, 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, 1985 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | S600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
