1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1994 Dodge Neon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Neon weights approximately 402 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon, 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, 1994 Dodge Neon (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Neon | S600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
