1988 Honda Legend vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 19 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 605 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, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | S600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |