1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 235 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, 1996 Fiat Punto, 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 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Punto | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | S600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |