1996 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 26 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 775 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, 1996 Audi A6, 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | S600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
