1989 Audi 200 vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1967 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 200 | 1967 Honda S600 | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 200 | S600 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
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 | 1480 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |