1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
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, 1992 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1992 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Honda S600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | S600 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |