1987 Dodge 600 vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1987 Dodge 600 is newer by 18 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge 600 weights approximately 440 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, 1987 Dodge 600, 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, 1987 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge 600 | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | S600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
