1992 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 23 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
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, 1992 Ford Escort, 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 Ford Escort (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | S600 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
