1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Honda S600.
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 Fiat Vivace, 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 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Vivace | 1970 Honda S600 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Vivace | S600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |