1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Maestro weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 Honda S600.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | S600 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 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 |
