1999 Holden Astra vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 30 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 421 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Holden Astra, 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, 1999 Holden Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1969 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Astra | S600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
