1990 Honda Legend vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 695 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1968 Honda S600 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | S600 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |