1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 29 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1600 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Econoline | S600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2010 mm |
