1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1991 Dodge Spirit is newer by 22 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 591 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Spirit | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Spirit | S600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
