1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman is newer by 24 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 840 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1967 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1967 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1967 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Statesman | S600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
