1986 Audi 80 vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 17 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 415 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 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Audi 80 (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | S600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
