2001 Audi A2 vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | S600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1030 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
