2000 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Honda S600
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 435 kg more than 1967 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1967 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1967 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1967 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | S600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
